Tuscan White Bean Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Tuscan White Bean Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a comforting dish that combines creamy white beans and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a velvety sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. This flavorful pasta dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a delightful addition to any dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and white beans to the skillet. Stir gently for a few minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Drain the pasta (reserve some cooking water) and toss it into the skillet with the sauce. Mix well, adding reserved water if needed.
- Stir in fresh basil and top with grated Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, toss in some spinach or kale during cooking. - Adjust seasoning with crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.